1997 Pontiac Grand Prix SE review from North America
"Looks nice but is not reliable"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Lense fell off the front headlights twice. Had to pay to replace the whole headlamp assembly. Replacement headlamp assemblies have the same design defect so the problem will continue to happen.
Transmission problems.
Windshield wiper motor went bad after 1 year.
Radio display panel has gone bad.
Oil leak on the oil pan.
Fuel gauge broke after a year of ownership.
Problems with the electrical system - power windows, daytime running lights, door locks, etc.
Alternator went bad.
Steering wheel controls malfunctioning.
General comments?
This car looks good but it is not very reliable. I thought by spending the amount of money that I did I would be getting higher quality but I was wrong. Seems like the American car makers still have not caught up with foreign car makers in quality and reliability.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| First year of ownership | 1997 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2000 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.8 Series II Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 4/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 4/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 7 miles |
| Most recent distance | 123000 miles |
| Date of Entry | 24th September, 2000 |